The cheapest and fastest ferries from Reggio Calabria to Messina
Cheapest price
4S$
Average price
4S$
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
34 m
Ferries per day
8
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Reggio Calabria to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reggio Calabria to Messina will cost around 4S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 4S$.
Of the 8 ferries that leave Reggio Calabria for Messina every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, 14 Jun the direct ferries cover the 13 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
LIBERTY LINES5:55 PM0h30Port of Reggio Calabria6:25 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES11:20 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria11:55 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES6:20 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria6:55 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES10:50 AM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria11:25 AMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES3:10 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria3:45 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES5:55 PM0h30Port of Reggio Calabria6:25 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES11:20 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria11:55 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES6:20 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria6:55 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES10:50 AM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria11:25 AMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES3:10 PM0h35Port of Reggio Calabria3:45 PMPort of Messina4 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and train for Reggio Calabria to Messina
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Reggio Calabria to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from 4S$. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of 4S$, and a train costs an average of 11S$.
Distance: 7 nautical miles (13 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
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4S$ Average Price Cheapest | 12S$ Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Reggio Calabria to Messina Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Reggio Calabria to Messina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Reggio Calabria to Messina ferries for today, Saturday, 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 7:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 7:45 AM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 8:45 AM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 10:50 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 11:25 AM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:20 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 12:55 PM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:10 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 3:45 PM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:55 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h30 | 6:25 PM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:20 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 6:55 PM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 11:20 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0h35 | 11:55 PM Port of Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Reggio Calabria to Messina
Ferries from Reggio Calabria to Messina run on average 15 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 4S$ if you book in advance.
There are 13 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest ferry covers the 7 nautical miles (13 km) distance in 30m. There are 104 sailings per week. Ferries from Reggio Calabria to Messina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 7 nautical miles (13 km) |
Average sailing duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price 4S$ |
Ferries per day 15 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 104 |
Fastest ferry 30m |
First ferry 5:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:20 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Reggio Calabria to MessinaYou can travel by ferry between Reggio Calabria to Messina with Liberty Lines for as low as 4S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Reggio Calabria to Messina ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reggio Calabria to Messina by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Reggio Calabria and Messina
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- L'Accademia del Gusto (0.3km)
- La Cantina della Suocera (0.5km)
- Trattoria del Pesce Fresco (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Reggio Calabria and Taxi Reggio Calabria.
- Free
- Bus Line 27, Stop: Porto
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